Shot in Oberlin (Ohio) and in Inanda (Kwazulu Natal province, South Africa), this 55-minute documentary film features the life and work of John Langalibalele Dube (1871-1946) pioneer educator, journalist, musician, churchman and politician who co-founded the African National Congress in 1912 and served as its first President until 1917. "Oberlin - Inanda" connects Dube's American education with his struggle for political and economic independence and celebrates his enduring legacy in today's democratic South Africa. This film is a tribute to the township of Inanda, the place which nurtured not only John Dube but also Mahatma Gandhi and his Satyagraha movement in the early 1900s and other movements for social justice in South
Africa.

"This film's message is relevant to contemporary South African society, both young and old, and at many levels: educational, historical, social and political."
Prof. Thandabantu Nhlapo, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Univ. of Cape Town)

Biography of John L. Dube (1871-1946), educator, musician, journalist, churchman, politician, and co-founder of the African National Congress in 1912, of which he was first president. The documentary shows how his education at Oberlin College helped him in his struggle for social justice in South Africa.

2005, 55 minutes

Director/Producer: Chérif Keïta
Cinematography: Ntokozo Madlala, Paul Hager, Chérif Keïta and Aleshia Mueller
Editing: Aleshia Mueller
Research: Chérif Keïta, Marly Merrill and Roland Baumann
Music: Reuben T. Caluza, Moussa Diallo and Kekeliba Project, Brian Thusi Jazz Band, Carleton College, Ohlange and Inanda Seminary Choirs
Cover artwork: Mary Tatge

Distribution: Villon Films, 4040 Ontario Street
VANCOUVER, BC V5V 3G5, Canada
Tel/Fax: 604-879-6042

Inquiries: please contact Chérif Keïta, 507-646-4433
fax:507-646-5942

DVD
Available in English, English with French subtitles, and in French